The Presidential Election of 2000 As the Presidential Election of 2000 draws closer, the list of front-runners for the nomination of the major parties is becoming increasingly clearer. Two of the most recognizable Republican candidates for President are Gov. George W. Bush of Texas and publishing magnate Steve Forbes. Some voters are wary of Steve Forbes lack of political experience. Mr. Forbes sees this as an asset. He is not tainted by the Washington bureaucracy. Others feel Gov. Bush is not a good choice because he is not as old as the other candidates. One particular concern expressed about Bush is that